Besitos
Summary
"Besitos" by Pierce The Veil dives into the chaos of love and heartbreak. It captures the struggle of feeling overwhelmed by someone else's baggage while trying to keep the spark alive.
Full Analysis
The song paints a vivid picture of a relationship that feels both explosive and fragile. There's a mix of passion and pain, where the singer grapples with holding up their partner's expectations and plans. It’s about the push and pull of love, trying to be there while also feeling exhausted. The imagery is striking, showcasing moments of vulnerability, desire, and frustration.
Verse 1
You're my favorite explosion
A violin with no hands plays symphonies with no words (with no words)
A drowning boy with no voice prays
Someone up there's telling me
This verse sets a dramatic tone. The phrase “favorite explosion” hints at the intensity of the relationship. It’s chaotic but also beautiful, much like an explosion. The “violin with no hands” suggests that there’s art in the chaos, even if it feels out of control. The drowning boy imagery conveys a sense of desperation, as if the singer feels overwhelmed and helpless. It’s a powerful start that pulls you into the emotional struggle.
Chorus
“You'd better not get back up!”
I spit my heart into this red cup
I'd better pick it back up, it might ruin your night (ruin your night)
In the chorus, there’s a sense of urgency and fear. The line about spitting the heart into a cup feels raw, like a desperate act of love or sacrifice. It highlights the idea of giving everything, even when it seems futile. There's a worry that if the singer doesn’t keep their feelings in check, it could ruin the other person's night. It’s a reflection on how love can be both exhilarating and terrifying.
Verse 2
And she said
"Baby, leave the water by the bed for later
I woke up without a single drop"
I told myself
I'm tired of holding up your backup plans
Go down your list and be satisfied if all you have is not enough
This verse digs deeper into the relationship’s complications. The girl’s request for water hints at neglect or a lack of care. The singer expresses frustration about always being the one to support their partner’s “backup plans.” It speaks to feeling unappreciated and drained. The idea of going down a list suggests that love shouldn’t be transactional, but it feels like a checklist here.
Chorus
True love comes from more than just the heart
She said paint a picture on me
Throw your dress up and your heart away
Here, the chorus shifts slightly. It emphasizes that love is about more than just emotions; it’s about actions and expression. The girl’s line about painting a picture suggests a desire for creativity and spontaneity. Throwing away the dress and heart could mean letting go of expectations. It’s a call for authenticity in a relationship that feels like it's lost its spark.
Bridge
Yeah, I heard what you said (no!)
A friend of a friend
These strangers at the party never paid
And if that doesn't turn you on
In the bridge, there's a sense of disconnection. The mention of strangers at a party highlights feelings of isolation even in social settings. It also points to the idea that superficial connections don’t fulfill deeper needs. The singer’s determination to keep talking shows a desire to reach their partner, hoping to ignite some passion. It’s a moment of vulnerability, trying to break through the emotional barriers.
Outro
We all break down
Sometimes the bedroom walls become my only friends
But they were there from beginning to end
*I'm tired of holding up your backup plans / Go down your
Full Lyrics
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A violin with no hands plays symphonies with no words (with no words)
A drowning boy with no voice prays
Someone up there's telling me
"You'd better not get back up!"
I spit my heart into this red cup
I'd better pick it back up, it might ruin your night (ruin your night)
And she said
"Baby, leave the water by the bed for later
I woke up without a single drop"
I told myself
I'm tired of holding up your backup plans
Go down your list and be satisfied if all you have is not enough
(True love comes from more than just the heart)
She said paint a picture on me
Throw your dress up and your heart away
Yeah, I heard what you said (no!)
A friend of a friend
These strangers at the party never paid
And if that doesn't turn you on
I'll keep talking 'til something does
As we're covered in sand, you roll over and smile
(Smile, smile)
I told myself
I'm tired of holding up your backup plans
Go down your list and be satisfied, it's all you have
And until that day (that day)
I'll steal you flowers from the cemetery
Red roses
Red rose of the dead
How does it feel to breathe oxygen inside her head?
So say it (say it, say it, say-)
I'm in love
'Cause you called me cryin' (cryin', cryin', cry-)
From your job
Said you just got fired
And you don't have a backup plan
So don't expect me to understand
(A diamond bullet and a gun made of gold)
(She was covered in blood, last seen in San Francisco)
Yeah!
Alright!
We all break down
Sometimes the bedroom walls become my only friends
But they were there from beginning to end (there from beginning to end)
I'm tired of holding up your backup plans
Go down your list and be satisfied, it's all you have
You know I've never held a gun in my life
But now I carry one around in case I see you tonight
Bedroom walls
All these bedroom walls
Oh, I hate what it tastes like
(Hey!)
(Woo!)